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Tuesday 28 February 2017

Former EDL ringleader campaigning ‘against hate’

An ex-English Defence League activist from Luton has joined a campaign to encourage tolerance and understanding.

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It’s time to celebrate St Patrick

Luton Irish Forum have issued an open invitation to celebrate St Patrick’s Day with them on Friday, March 17.

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Sports legends for Luton black tie charity dinner

WBO boxing champ Barry McGuigan, swim star Mark Foster and international cricketer Monty Panesar are just three of the big names lined up for a black tie dinner in aid of Age Concern Luton.

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Celebrity footie in aid of Macmillan at Lea Manor

Last year a group of dedicated Hatters fans got together to form AFC Macmillan, a team committed to fundraising for the charity Macmillan Cancer Support.
They’re holding a match at Luton’s Lea Manor Recreation Club in Northwell Drive on Sunday (March 5), kick off 3pm. It’s the first of several events on this year’s fundraising calendar.
They’ll be playing Football Hero FC – a squad packed with celebrities and ambassadors including internet star Tish Simmonds, Paul Manners from BGT and Franklin Lake from X Factor.
You can learn all about AFC Macmillan, their aims and ambitions on YouTube where they have a weekly series entitled AFC Macmillan Watch.

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Police appeal in hunt for Dunstable flasher

Police investigating an indecent exposure in Dunstable last month have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to.

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March heralds Luton’s annual dance festival

Lovers of all forms of dance are in for a treat this month as the 42nd Luton Festival of Dance is held at Lealands School in Sundon.

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Singletons from Luton wanted for Channel 4’s Naked Attraction

Fancy getting your kit off with the aim to find true love? If you’ve exhausted every other dating option apply to be on the new series of Channel 4’s Naked Attraction.

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Twin brothers from Luton wanted by Hertfordshire Police in connection with kidnap

Two twin brothers are wanted by police following a kidnap.

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Monday 27 February 2017

A right royal showbiz send-off for Steve Clark

Steve Clark – the remaining sibling of the fabulous tap-dancing Clark Brothers – was laid to rest last week in true showbusiness style.

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Recognition for loyal Luton blood donors

Four dedicated blood and platelet donors from the Luton area have saved up to 1,650 lives. Their loyalty and commitment were recognised by NHS Blood and Transplant at a ceremony last month.

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Hoses at the ready at Dunstable Fire Station

Excited members of the Children’s Burns Club and their families had a whale of a day out, courtesy of White Watch at Dunstable Fire Station.

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Popular pub restaurant firm named in top 10 best companies to work for in UK

Oakman Inns & Restaurants has had its exceptional staff policies and HR record recognised in the influential Sunday Times 100 Best Companies Awards 2017.

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Village pub damaged after spate of fires raises arsonist fears

A police investigation has been started after three fires in the village of Totternhoe in the early hours of today.

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Limbury youth group organises fundraiser for The Children’s Society

A speech from Gill Merrick of The Children’s Society so inspired youngsters from Limbury Baptist Church that

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Musical masterclass from Status Quo drummer

It’s not every day you have a real live rock star in your midst sharing stories of how he got into the music business and showing you how to wield the drum sticks.

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Iconic Nokia 3310 officially relaunched: Everything you need to know

Nokia has relaunched its classic 3310 mobile phone as the tech firm revealed a new line-up in an attempted revamp of the company.

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House gutted in early morning blaze

A house was gutted by fire that broke out early on Sunday morning.

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Islamic charity night in Luton raises over £10,000

An Islamic charity night in Luton has raised over £10,000 towards helping third world countries access clean drinking water.

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Sunday 26 February 2017

Men living eight years longer and women almost four more years than 25 years ago

Men are living an average of eight years longer and women almost four years more than just 25 years ago, according to official figures.

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B&Q injury warning over light fittings

B&Q has issued a safety warning following concerns being raised over a range of light fittings.

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TOWIE tans really do make men more attractive to women, suggests new research

A TOWIE-style fake tan really does make men much more attractive, according to scientific research.

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Saturday 25 February 2017

Nintendo Switch launches this week: 8 things to know

New console launches are always exciting even if we have seen a fair share of complete flops over the years, mentioning no names (Mega CD, Atari Jaguar, Sega Dreamcast.... need I go on).

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Army of grandparents saving families billions in child care

An “unpaid army” of grandparents are saving UK families billions in child care costs every year according to the latest research from The International Longevity Centre (ILC-UK) think tank.

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Men who sup more than seven pints of beer a week for several years ‘raise heart disease risk’

Men who drink more than a pint of beer a day over several years may increase their risk of heart disease by prematurely ageing their arteries, new research suggests.

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Friday 24 February 2017

Luton men jailed after staging car crash

Two men from Luton were among a trio jailed after staging a car crash in Watford to make false insurance claims.

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WATCH: 10 of the most viewed Storm Doris videos

Storm Doris battered the UK yesterday and much of it was captured on video.

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“Holy cr*p, people are stupid:” Walking Dead actor blasts minister who got Primark to ban “racist” t-shirt

An actor whose catchphrase is at the centre of a “racist” t-shirt row has blasted the Methodist minister who got Primark to ban the garment after he complained.

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Boredom in Britain at a new low

Boredom in Britain is at an all-time low - thanks to our our SMARTPHONES.

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Tribute to woman killed in nightclub blaze

A donation in memory of a Luton woman who died after being involved in a tragic fire has been made to the burns unit at Stoke Mandeville Hospital.Friends and colleagues of Elsa Albu raised more than £4,000 in her name after her death in November 2015.

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Central Bedfordshire confirms council tax rise of 4.5%

The council tax budget for Central Bedfordshire was approved last night (Thursday).

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Gardeners’ delight as green bin collection restarts

Central Bedfordshire Council will recommence its fortnightly kerbside collections of garden waste from Monday 27 February to coincide with its usual dry recycling bin collections.

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Firm fined for worker’s injury

An accident investigation by Luton Borough Council has resulted in a company being fined more than £13,000 after pleading guilty to three offences under the Health and Safety at Work Act.

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Thursday 23 February 2017

Keech Hospice Care shortlisted for national awards in House of Lords

Hard-working staff at Keech Hospice Care were finalists in a national awards ceremony held at the House of Lords last night.

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Fire officers out in force because of Storm Doris

Storm Doris has wreaked havoc across Bedfordshire, with trees falling, roofs blowing off and even a teenager impaled in the wrist by railings.

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TRAVEL ADVICE: Storm Doris affects roads across Beds

Bedfordshire Police is issuing advice in light of Storm Doris closing a number of roads across the county.

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WATCH: Storm Doris round-up: How it is affecting your county

From road closures and damage being caused by the high winds, here is a comprehensive round-up of incidents affecting Northants, Milton Keynes, Bucks, Beds, Herts, Warwickshire and Oxfordshire.

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Is Luton the worst traffic town in the UK?

Luton could be the worst town for traffic congestion in the UK, according to grim new statistics.

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It’s goodbye to hockey ‘driving force’, Gilbert

A much-loved ex-Luton hockey player and influential chairman has passed away.

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Alleged cyber criminal arrested at Luton Airport

A British man accused of being the “mastermind” of a major cyber attack on a German telecoms giant has been arrested.

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Storm Doris causes commuter chaos

Rail commuters are experiencing hour long delays between London and Bedford, as Storm Doris tears across the UK.

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ALERT: Bedfordshire residents urged to unplug EXPLODING tumble dryers

Residents across Bedfordshire are being urged to unplug a range of faulty tumble dryers - after some of them started to EXPLODE.

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Storm Doris leads to commuter chaos in Luton

Rail commuters are experiencing hour long delays between London and Bedford, as Storm Doris tears across the UK.

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Can Luton become UK City of Culture 2025?

Ambitious plans for Luton to make a bid for ‘UK City of Culture 2025’ are to be presented to councillors next week.

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Wednesday 22 February 2017

Death of former Bedfordshire High Sheriff Jack Sapsworth MBE

Tributes have been pouring in for former High Sheriff of Bedfordshire, Jack Sapsworth MBE DL, who has died aged 75.

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Luton pair locked up for drug dealing

A Luton drug dealer and his teenage accomplice have been sentenced after admitting conspiring to supply Class A drugs.

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‘Decent’ budget will protect our services, says Luton Borough Council

Councillors voted in favour of an annual budget with a 4.95% Council Tax increase on Monday.

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Storm Doris to bring 80mph winds and heavy rain

The UK is set to shiver and get soaked, as Storm Doris hits the country on Thursday.

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The Range opens new store in Madford!

The hotly anticipated opening of The Range in Luton took place on Friday, as customers queued outside in a bid to win special prizes.

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Can New Yorker Dan discover the secrets of the afterlife?

A former Luton businessman has penned his first novella to reveal “the ultimate secret of the Universe!”

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New bank brings jobs to town

Metro Bank is set to bring the banking revolution to Luton this summer, creating 25 new jobs.

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College celebrates diversity success

Barnfield College, on New Bedford Road in Luton, is celebrating after achieving the Investors in Diversity Standard at Stage2.

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Police stop teenage rioters in Luton

Over 50 teenagers took part in a huge after-school fight on Monday, forcing a police clampdown.

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Tuesday 21 February 2017

Award-winning broadcaster Stephen Rhodes dies of motor neurone disease

Award-winning broadcaster Stephen Rhodes, 66, has lost his courageous battle with motor neurone disease.

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Dunstable Scout leader is multi-million stem cell donor

A Dunstable Scout leader has donated 15 million stem cells after a five hour procedure in a London hospital.

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Twinkle-toed Steve Clark is dead

Steve Clark, the remaining sibling of the fabulous Clark Brothers, has died. He was 93 and had been living at Brinsworth House in Twickenham, the home run by the Entertainment Artistes’ Benevolent Fund.

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Donations for welcome packs needed by Luton Community Housing

A welcome pack containing toiletries, tinned foods and children’s toys is given to residents when they arrive at a community housing project providing energency and temporary accommodation for the vulnerable and homeless.

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Luton’s ResoLUTiONs Hub to benefit from skydive

A Luton woman whose father died of alcholism when she was just 13 is doing a skydive to raise money for a project that offers support to those recovering from addiction.

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Gun shots fired in Luton street

Police are investigating disorder in Luton on Friday night in which gun shots are believed to have been fired.

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Primark pulls “shocking” and “racist” Walking Dead t-shirt from stores after angry complaint

Primark has removed a t-shirt promoting hit US TV show The Walking Dead from its stores after it was branded “fantastically offensive” and “racist” by an angry shopper.

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Drugs den shut twice in 24 hours

A drugs den was shut down twice in Luton within 24 hours after a closure notice was breached.

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Monday 20 February 2017

Appeal after A5 car collision

A woman was seriously injured in a three car collision on the A5 ysterday.

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A virtual reality trip during half term at The Mall in Luton

Luton school children took a virtual reality trip around the world during half term when the Google Expeditions Pioneer Programme visited The Mall.
It gave them a chance to explore everywhere from Mars and the Great Barrier Reef to the interior of Buckingham Palace without ever having to leave the town.
The revolutionary technology allowed the youngsters to have a truly immersive experience through the use of special headsets. As it was based on the school curriculum, it was educational as well as entertaining.

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Woman had lit cigarette flicked in her face in Dunstable road rage

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a road rage assault in Dunstable.

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Appeal after man with dementia disappears in Luton

Police are appealing for help in finding a vulnerable man who has gone missing from Luton.

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Come to community engagement day at Hockwell Ring



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Luton & Dunstable Hospital nurse struck off after using fake reference

A nurse has been struck off after using a fake reference to get a job at Luton & Dunstable Hospital.

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From salsa to SOSA

This is a dance class with a difference – it’s aimed exclusively at women and is a low impact programme suitable for all ages and abilities.

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Royal British Legion offering D-Day veterans tours to Normandy to pay their respects

The Royal British Legion’s travel arm is offering D-Day veterans free-of-charge tours to Normandy, but as the organisation has no database of D-Day veterans, it needs your help to spread the word.

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Stan’s charity shop ‘n’ sketch at The Mall, Luton

Popular portrait artist and caricaturist Stan Hurr will be at The Mall from tomorrow (February 23) until Saturday, offering shoppers a chance to be sketched in between browsing.

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Friday 17 February 2017

Police raid finds Class A drugs and thousands of pounds of cash

Two men have been charged with drugs offences after a raid by police officers on a property in Luton yesterday (Thursday, February 16).

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Charity donation helps ensure Saad is on the move

A Luton youngster, Saad Ali Khan, has been presented with a made-to-measure powered wheelchair thanks to the joint fundraising efforts of customers and staff at Cashino Dunstable on the town’s High Street.

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Investigation into burglaries

Police are appealing for witnesses after three burglaries in the same area of Luton.

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Thursday 16 February 2017

Attempted robbery outside Luton’s Galaxy centre

An attempted robbery took place outside The Galaxy in Luton.

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£200 million London Luton Airport link is on the right track

Plans for a state-of-the-art £200 million mass passenger transit (MPT) system linking London Luton Airport (LLA) with Luton Airport Parkway have been submitted.

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Ambitious Wizz Air base to arrive in Luton bringing job opportunities and new flight destinations for Israel, Kosovo, and Georgia

Job opportunities are arriving this summer, as low cost airline Wizz Air brings its ambitious plans to Luton.

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Wednesday 15 February 2017

Teen boy hospitalised after assault at Luton train station

A 15-year-old boy is believed to have been wounded with a knife at Luton train station on Valentine’s Day.

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Call for talks over Vauxhall takeover bid

Union Unite is calling for urgent talks with General Motors after it was revealed the PSA Group, owners of French car brands Peugeot and Citroen, is in talks to take over the GM European brands.

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Tax-Free Childcare - 10 things every parent should know after HMRC changes revealed

Changes are being made to the financial support available to families, enabling more parents to go out to work.

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Elton has rare dental surgery

A critically endangered Amur tiger at Woburn Safari Park has had dental surgey after breaking his tooth – and the rare procedure was captured on film by CBBC’s newsround.

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Parents face fines for school gate drop off

Parents could face fines if they stop their car close to schools when picking up or dropping off their children, if a new scheme gets the green light from the council.

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‘BWRT therapy is a new weapon against anxiety’

A new therapy has arrived in Dunstable to help Bedfordshire residents fight anxiety and its related mental health conditions.

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‘Why do Luton’s water bills pay for London’s Thames Tideway Tunnel?’

Confused Luton Thames Water customers are wondering why their bills are paying for projects in London.

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Thanks for the kindness of strangers

A couple who lost everything in a devastating house fire say they are “gobsmacked” by the support from friends, family and complete strangers.

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Tuesday 14 February 2017

Career advice at Luton skills fair

More than 1,000 people visited Luton’s employment, training and skills fair.

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Overnight road closures in Luton

Drivers are advised that due to roadworks there will be road closures on Dunstable Road and Leagrave Road next month.

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School travel plan wins Denbigh gold

Pupils at Denbigh Primary have plenty to celebrate after becoming the second school in Bedfordshire to achieve Modeshift STARS Gold accreditation.

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Debut book for author from Dunstable

A Dunstable mum who kept her children amused on caravan holidays by leaving them space to draw beneath the stories she’d written for them has had her first book published,

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Mother-of-four Judy Darby still can’t believe that a piece published in the Luton News last month has resulted in her being reunited with the cousins she last saw 60 years ago.

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The pupils’ parliament welcomes MP

Little learners at William Austin Infant School heard about life at the House of Commons when Luton North MP Kelvin Hopkins visited to talk about his experiences.
He met members of the William Austin Pupil Parliament who questioned him about his role and other jobs at the House.

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Appeal for children whose parents died of cancer in same week passes £200,000

A fundraiser for three children who shared a heartbreaking photo of their parents holding hands on their deathbeds has topped £200,000.

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Children will listen to the witch

Toddington pupils will run up Conger Hill ton Shrove Tuesday (February 28) to take part in an ancient tradition.

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Monday 13 February 2017

CCTV released after Crawley Liqour Mart robbed and staff member is threatened with knife

Police have released two CCTV images after Crawley Liqour Mart was robbed on Tuesday, February 7.

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Which? gives Dunstable’s GreenThumb the thumbs up

A Dunstable lawn care company has won a top accolade from prestigious consumer magazine Which?
After several months of contacting customers, collecting feedback and assessing the business, the publication has endorsed GreenThumb’s credentials in its ‘trusted trader’ scheme.

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Event aims to help guide businesses

The event, Post-referendum: where do we stand?, is at the Postgraduate Centre at the Luton campus on Thursday, March 2, from 7.45-9.45am. It has been organised by the University’s Business School, in conjunction with Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Small Businesses. The event aims to ensure businesses understand the latest and expected future developments as the UK’s departure from the EU is negotiated. Professor Stephen Hyde from the University’s Business School, said: “The outlook for businesses as we go through the Brexit process is uncertain to say the least.“Our series of events for business executives is designed to keep them up to date with relevant developments and to give opportunities to put specific questions to a panel of experts and advisors.“This should enable them to plan and act with greater confidence going forward.”Speakers will include the University’s Vice Chancellor Bill Rammell, the University’s Head of Law and Finance Dr Socrates Karidis, Claire Dickinson from Ernst & Young and Mark Pelopida from Machins Solicitors. To book a place, visit: http://ift.tt/2lIalRo.

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Debut album from Houghton Regis ‘Warrior Empress’

Sunday’s Grammy awards were compulsive viewing for Houghton Regis reggae singer Askala Selassie.

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Can you help to change a child’s life?

It’s a sad fact that youngsters aged 10 to 14 often wait the longest to be fostered.

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Man jailed for possession of almost 100 rounds of ammunition

A 27-year-old man from Luton has been sentenced to more than two years in prison after almost 100 rounds of ammunition were found in his bedroom.

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Sunday 12 February 2017

Four in ten British workers think they will never be able to retire

Four in 10 workers fear they will never be able to retire, according to new research.

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Friday 10 February 2017

Appeal after shop on Crawley Green Road is robbed and staff member is threatened with knife

A shop in Crawley Green Road, Luton, was robbed on Tuesday (February 7).

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Luton terror gang jailed for more than 20 years

Five men convicted of organising and delivering terrorist speeches in Luton in 2015 have been jailed for over 20 years today, Friday, 10 February, at the Old Bailey.

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Triple celestial event to take place in UK skies tonight

Stargazers will be treated to three astronomical events, when a lunar eclipse, Snow moon and New Year comet will all appear on the same night.

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New housing development approved for High Town

Plans by a housing association to build 49 affordable new homes in High Town have been given the go-ahead this week.

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Leading Luton homeless charity LAMP to shut down

Luton’s leading homeless charity for young people is to close down after escalating financial problems.

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Thursday 9 February 2017

Blood, S&M and vomit: what it’s really like to be an ambulance driver

The hours are long and stress levels are high.

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Man sentenced following Luton shooting

A man has been sentenced to more than two years in jail after pleading guilty to shooting a man in Luton in November.

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Major police incident in St Thomas’s Road, Luton

A street in Luton was blocked earlier today with a heavy police presence.

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‘Racist’ Bedfordshire school acted wrongly

A Bedfordshire school discriminated against two Asian brothers last year by calling police after the children were given plastic toy guns as presents.

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Icon-ic tree in Luton isn’t just for Christmas

Cue music...

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Ultimate test for drivers at Millbrook’s ‘MORE’ car challenge

Luton drivers have the exciting opportunity to challenge their skills at the famous Millbrook test track.

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Counselling services saved from closure at Luton’s TOKKO youth space

Luton charities have breathed a sigh of relief as they secure funds to keep counselling services free.

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Britain’s dilemna: Nation faces a shortage of male strippers

Never mind the skills shortage, the lettuce rationing, or reports of a black market in cabbages.

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Wednesday 8 February 2017

Luton Beavers and Cubs play board game battles

Friendly Cubs and Beaver Scouts learned the value of ‘taking part’ during a demanding board games competition.

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Luton charity Azalea assisted by £66k grant from Lloyds

A Luton charity helping women on the streets will be able to do more work than ever before thanks to a £66,000 three year grant from Lloyds Bank Foundation.

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‘Just chow did that get in my Pak Choi?!’

A vegetarian office worker was horrified when she found a creepy crawly in her Chinese takeaway.

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Mould returns to family home for fourth time

A family have called for Luton Borough Council to sort the problem of damp and mould in their home, after it resurfaced for the fourth time.

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Tuesday 7 February 2017

Flats plan for Chicago’s site

Plans to demolish an empty building which housed two of Luton’s nightclubs have been criticised because of the building’s historic value.

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Police raise thousands to support children victims of crime

Embrace Children Victims of Crime (CVOC) received a donation of more than £12,000 from Bedfordshire Police to help the charity continue its work supporting children victims of crime. The money was raised last year by Bedfordshire Police officers and staff.

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Former Luton teacher up for BAFTA award

A post-apocalyptic zombie horror film written by a former Luton Sixth Form College teacher is in the running for a BAFTA award on Sunday (February 12).

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Personal trainer opens health hub in Dunstable

Keen boxer and martial arts expert Will Grant is opening a health hub in Dunstable’s Katherine Drive on Saturday (February 11).

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Luton’s Pirton Hill Primary School gets off to a cracking start

It’s been a cracking start for Luton’s Pirton Hill Primary School this year.

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Luton Council plans 4.95% tax hike

Luton residents are facing a 4.95% council tax hike, a 1% increase on last year.

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Is Dunstable-born writer currently the world’s best selling author?

Dunstable-born author Adam Croft is still reeling with the elation of featuring in Amazon’s Top Ten here and in the US. His latest thriller, Only the Truth, has reached Number Two in both charts.

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Police encourage parents to talk to children about staying safe online

Bedfordshire Police is marking Safer Internet Day by urging parents to speak to their children about the consequences of speaking to people online.

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Another win for Sundon Park cake queen

Last year Sundon Park mum-of-two Emma Matthews won gold in the wedding category at Cake International at Birmingham’s NEC.

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Shoppers help local charities

Shoppers have helped The Mall Luton raise over £60,000 for charities during a successful year of fundraising.

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Monday 6 February 2017

A challlenge to get on your bike

The Bedfordshire Cycle Challenge is a fun, free competition to encourage you and your colleagues to experience first-hand the joys and benefits of riding a bike.

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Luton and Dunstable students join sign2sing

Pupils from several school across Luton and Dunstable will be taking part in ‘sign2sing,’ a special event organised by the charity SignHealth.

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Onboard with Keech Hospice

Train staff from Thameslink and Great Northern took part in a double charity whammy in December. They collected non-perishable goods for local foodbanks and the company donated £1 for each item.

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Allowing artists to work and thrive

A group of artists and artistic ventures are to benefit from a £375,000 award made to the University of Bedfordshire from Arts Council England.

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Man jailed for attack on partner

A Houghton Regis man has been jailed for nine months for inflicting abuse on his partner

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999 call for a broken toe nail is slammed

A rat bite, a broken toe nail and a woman who wanted an escort home are just the latest ‘emergency’ calls received by the region’s ambulance service.

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Sunday 5 February 2017

Sweet-toothed coffee lovers have weekly calories of over three cans of Coke

Sweet toothed latte or flat white drinkers drink the same amount of calories as three-and-a half cans of Coke, nutritionists said.

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Body cameras: coming to a school near you soon

The use of body cameras by front line police and other uniformed enforcement agencies is increasing at an unstoppable rate both in the US and UK.

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Would you and your mates go on a ‘Great British Bake Off’ stag do?

Grooms-to-be have started going on alternative stag-dos - where they are taught how to BAKE CAKES by stars from the Great British Bake Off.

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Saturday 4 February 2017

Night skin treatment recalled over glass danger fears

Batches of a skin treatment oil have been recalled following the discovery of glass in one batch.

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Latest school league tables show where you live affects your child’s education

The results are in, and the so-called north-south divide continues to separate children’s educational outcomes by geography – as the recently published secondary schools’ performance data from the Department for Education shows

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Warning that laundry capsules can burn childrens’ eyes

Chemical burns to the eye of infants caused by brightly coloured laundry tablets have increased by 32-fold in just three years, a new study has warned.

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Friday 3 February 2017

LIVE MUSIC: 60s motown and 70s disco in Luton tonight

Singing sirens The Estrellas will be bringing 60s motown and 70s disco hits to a leading Luton cabaret bar tonight.

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Thursday 2 February 2017

Suspended sentences after wrestlers groom girl under 13

A wrestler from Luton was part of a duo who were today given suspended sentences for online grooming of a little girl in Bedfordshire.

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Men charged after gun found in Luton home

Two men have been charged after police found a gun in a Luton house during a raid.

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Anti-social behaviour means closure notice for former Toddington pub

Toddington residents will be happy to hear that Op Sentinel carried out yet another successful closure order.

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Taxi driver banned after drink-driving on duty

A cabbie has been handed a suspended prison sentence after he admitted to drink-driving whilst on duty.

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Fire service coffers get a lift from new fees

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced it is now charging to attend non-emergency calls to release people from lifts, lock outs and lock ins.

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Peaceful anti-Trump march to US Embassy

Peaceful Luton protesters are marching to the US Embassy in response Donald Trump’s controversial 90-day immigration ban.

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Mum’s £10,000 mission for NICU after nurses save premature son

A courageous mum is determined to raise £10,000 for a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit unit after nurses saved her premature son’s life.

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Wednesday 1 February 2017

Vietnam visit for Luton charity champion

A Luton charity champion has been rewarded for his fundraising efforts and commitment to The Costa Foundation, an independent charity which aims to relieve poverty in coffee-growing communities across the world.

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Man stabbed in Luton this morning

Two major roads in Bury Park, Luton, are closed as police investigate reports of a man being stabbed this morning.

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VIDEO: Luton man punched dog and beat it with metal pole

A father who admitted beating up his German Shepherd using ‘frightening’ training methods has been spared jail.

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Why your 50p coin could be worth hundreds

Empty your purse, look under the sofa and check your pockets because if you have a 50p Beatrix Potter coin it could actually be worth hundreds of pounds.

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Kiss FM presenter has words of wisdom for Bedfordshire uni students

Strictly Come Dancing contestant Melvin O’Doom gave budding performers advice on how to make it in the media industry at a masterclass at the University of Bedfordshire.

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